F0007 - Assistant Professor of Exercise Science (HPEEX)
Company: DHRM
Location: Norfolk
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Title: F0007 - Assistant Professor of Exercise Science (HPEEX)
State Role Title: Faculty Hiring Range: Commensurate with
qualifications and experience. Pay Band: UG Agency: Norfolk State
University Location: Norfolk State University Agency Website:
www.nsu.edu Recruitment Type: General Public - G Job Duties
Statement of the Position The Department of Health, Physical
Education, and Exercise Science (HPEEX) within the School of
Education at Norfolk State University invites applications for a
tenure-track Assistant Professor of Exercise Science (F0007)
position. We seek candidates that have expertise in Exercise
Physiology, Clinical Kinesiology, and/or Biomechanics as well as
clinical experience in rehabilitative settings as a
Kinesiotherapist, Physical Therapist, Athletic Trainer, and or
Exercise Physiologist. Review of Applications will begin
immediately and continue until the position is filled. Minimum
Qualifications 1. A Ph.D. (ABD considered) in a related field such
as: Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, Human Movement Sciences, or
Rehabilitative Sciences from an accredited program is necessary. 2.
Demonstrate expertise in Exercise Physiology, Clinical Kinesiology,
and/or Biomechanics. 3. Considerable knowledge and 1-3 years of
independent clinical practice in rehabilitative settings as a
Kinesiotherapist, Physical Therapist, Athletic Trainer, and or
Exercise Physiologist. Additional Considerations · Preference will
be given to candidates that are licensed and/or certified
professionals in rehabilitation settings. · Candidates that possess
Registered Kinesiotherapist (RKT) certification and knowledge of
CAAHEP accreditation standards and procedures are highly preferred.
· Candidates experienced with short-term and long-term
rehabilitative exercise programs for people transitioning from
hospital- based treatment are preferred also. · Preference will be
given to candidates with a record of teaching courses related to
Human Movement and a demonstrated ability for effective verbal and
written communication to a diverse student-body audience. · A
record of published research in the field of Kinesiology,
Rehabilitative, and/or Human Movement Sciences is preferred as
well. Norfolk State University Norfolk State University is a
comprehensive urban, public, doctoral granting institution
committed to transforming students’ lives through exemplary
teaching, research, and service. The University is a top ranked
Historically Black College and University (HBCU) with nationally
recognized STEM programs and enrolls 6,000 students in over thirty
undergraduate and nineteen on-line and in-person graduate programs
and its annual grant acquisitions exceed $20 million. Norfolk State
University has an NCAA Division I athletic program with fifteen
sports, boasts eleven MEAC Conference championships in the last
three years, and a coveted marching band invitation for
participation in the 2023 Rose Parade. City of Norfolk Norfolk
State University is located in the heart of the City of Norfolk,
which is home to the world’s largest Naval Base. The City of
Norfolk is one of seven cities that make up what is referred to as
the Hampton Roads Region, an area that includes Virginia Beach and
Colonial Williamsburg. Norfolk has big-city amenities and
attractions of arts and culture and cuisines of the Eastern
Seaboard. There are numerous and accessible parks, riverfronts,
lakes, festivals, and beaches in the Hampton Roads Region: all
favorable for weekend getaways and an easy commute to Norfolk State
University. NSU Diversity Statement Norfolk State University is
particularly interested in candidates who have experience working
with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated
commitment to improving access to higher education for all students
regardless of background. Candidates must include a diversity
statement that reflects their commitment to diversity and inclusion
and details their experience working in diversity initiatives
and/or with students from underrepresented groups. EEO Statement
NSU is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for
all persons and applicants, without regard to age, color,
disability, gender, national origin, political affiliation, genetic
information, race, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including
pregnancy) or veteran status. NSU encourages and invites
minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans to
apply. Special Instructions You will be provided a confirmation of
receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted
successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to
check the status of your application for this position. 1. Cover
Letter 2. State Application 3. Curriculum Vitae 4. Diversity
Statement 5. Teaching Philosophy 6. Letters of Recommendation (3)
upon hire DEI Statement Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement
that addresses: a. Experience in serving culturally, socially, and
economically diverse student populations. b. How your instructional
delivery practices, assessment methods, and course management
approaches cultivate and foster diversity, equity, and inclusion?
Application and/or résumé for this position must be submitted
electronically by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date through the
Commonwealth of Virginia's Job Board/Recruitment Management System
(RMS). Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications
and/or résumés will not be accepted. Applicants who possess an
Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a
Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department
of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff
(Commonwealth of Virginia Employees Only), must attach these forms
when submitting their state application and/or résumé. The decision
to interview an applicant is based solely on the information
received for this position from either the electronic application
and/or resumé. RMS provides a confirmation of receipt when your
application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer
to “Your Application” in your RMS account to check the status of
your application for this position. Norfolk State University
conducts background checks on all candidates identified as a
finalist for employment consideration. The type of background
check(s) performed are dependent upon the type of position for
which you have been identified as a finalist and may include:
criminal history, including sexual offender registry checks,
reference checks, degree validation, DMV (driving) records, license
verification, and credit report reviews. The results of background
checks are made available to University employing officials. As a
finalist, you will be required to sign an Authorization to Release
form. Norfolk State University utilizes Form I-9 and E-verify in
the verification of eligibility for employment. Applicants must be
authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Contact Information Name: Norfolk State University Phone:
757-823-8160 Email: Emailed material not accepted In support of the
Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging
individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth
Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity,
applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability
(COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the
Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the
Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are
encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their
disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their
Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of
Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with
Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at
800-622-2155. Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is
dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent
and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer
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